Nigeria: Fire Guts Popular Abuja Filling Station

Police said the fire started around 5 p.m. on Thursday, though no fatalities were recorded. Read more »

Nigeria: Ayra Starr, Tems Most-Streamed Nigerian Artists Globally in 2024 First Half

Ayra Starr's and Tems' albums have been particularly well-received, with several tracks making it to the Global Impact List. Read more »

Nigeria: NASS to Work With AGF to Ensure 'Real Elections' At Local Govt Level - Akpabio

Mr Akpabio did not provide details on how the elections at the local government level will be improved. Read more »

Nigeria: CAF Champions League - Ilechukwu Reacts As Rangers Get First Opponent

Though hoping to make an "impact" on the continent, Ilechukwu insists his team is a work in progress. Read more »

Africa: World Population Day - Group Calls for Action On Reproductive Health Rights

The global bodies emphasised the importance of implementing evidence-based guidance to improve access to affordable, high-quality, and rights-based care. Read more »

Nigeria: Labour Can Enforce Minimum Wage Compliance - SGF

"Federal government can come up with a policy and issue circulars, but then the onus lies on those who are monitoring the implementation." Read more »

Nigeria: Minister, Perm SEC Disobey Tinubu's Directives

President Bola Tinubu wrote a memo in May to the minister and the SGF issuing specific directives. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Paid N721 Billion Cash As Bribe to Public Officials in 2023 - NBS

According to the survey, bribes paid in a public official's office and in the street accounted for around 35 and 36 per cent of all paid bribes, respectively. Read more »

Nigeria: The Unforeseen Twinning of Tinubu and Obasanjo

As was the case with the Lagos local governments funds withheld by the Obasanjo government, so shall Nigerians triumph on the imminent avoidable crisis in the public universities. Read more »

Nigeria: Experts Discuss Role of Family Planning in Addressing Nigeria's Demographic Challenges (Live Updates)

Organisers said the symposium will contribute to national efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more »

Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Super Falcons Get Boost As Kanu, Ihezuo Join Camp in Spain

Only defender Oluwatosin Demehin and forward Chinonyerem Macleans are still being expected as the Super Falcons intensify preparations for their return to the Women's Olympic… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Meets Labour, Expresses Commitment to Just, Realistic Minimum Wage

President Tinubu said he is concerned about the welfare of Nigerian workers and that his administration is prioritising their concerns. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Removes Buhari's in-Law, Other Officials of Nigeria's Security Printing Company

The shakeup comes months after Investigator Jim Obazee submitted his report to President Tinubu. Read more »

Nigeria: Governor Eno in Netherlands, Inspects New Aircraft for Ibom Air

"This new acquisition from Carlyle Aviation aims to enhance Ibom Air's operations as they await the delivery of planes previously ordered from Airbus." Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Hails Supreme Court Judgement On LG Autonomy

"This judgement stands as a resounding affirmation that we can use legitimate means of redress to restructure our country and restructure our economy to make Nigeria a better place… Read more »

Nigeria: Naija Star Search Season 2 - Top Five Contestants in Final Race for N20million Prize

The top five contestants, HighCap, Blakk, Clement Daniel, Alaye Baba, and Accolade TMP, are competing for the number one spot. Read more »

Nigeria: Ahead Autism Conference, Parents Narrate Experiences Managing Children With Special Needs

Mrs Azazi shared how the GTCO Autism Programme empowered her with the right information and network of professionals. Read more »

Nigeria: No Plans to Privatise Teaching Hospitals - Minister

Mr Alausa said the government is focused on boosting growth in the health sector, but has no plans to commercialise its health institutions. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Military Confirms Premium Times Report On ISWAP Suicide Bombing Threat

PREMIUM TIMES reported exclusively on Wednesday that Nigeria's security and intelligence agencies had been put on alert for possible suicide bombing attacks on prisons and oil and… Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Rejects Bill Seeking New Law for Forex Transaction

Senators said the bill would confuse Nigerians if passed into law. Read more »

Nigeria: HIV/Aids - Nigerian Govt Inaugurates Committee to Accelerate Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission

The minister said the committee will focus on closing the treatment gap for pregnant and breastfeeding women living with HIV and optimising continuity of treatment towards… Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Lawmakers Express Concern Over Unavailability of Water in Lagos

Mr Shabi expressed concern over the unavailability of water supply in most homes in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: After Premium Times Report, Senate Changes Sitting Time

The Senate shifted the time for plenary sessions from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and will close at 3 p.m. instead of 2 p.m. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria-EU Initiative to Advance Technology Development - Minister

The minister said technology innovation remained the engine of economic growth of any nation. Keywords: Nigeria Read more »

Africa: WHO Pre-Qualifies First Self-Test for Hepatitis C

WHO said the HCV self-test is critical in expanding access to testing and diagnosis, accelerating efforts to eliminate hepatitis C globally. Read more »